Highlights

In the same family since 1998
Equipped with hand controls
Rare factory automatic gearbox
Sunroof fitted
Original owner's handbook

The Appeal

The Peugeot 205 remains one of the most fondly regarded superminis of its generation, and examples fitted with an automatic gearbox are an increasingly uncommon sight on British roads. This 1995 example has been in the same family since 1998, used sparingly for short journeys. It is equipped with hand controls, reportedly fitted by a reputable company which still operates.

Cosmetically, the car would benefit from attention: there is a noticeable dent on the rear quarter panel and lacquer peel on the roof. With 205s steadily disappearing from UK roads, this long-term family-owned example presents an appealing prospect for those seeking a usable classic supermini or a straightforward restoration project.

Key Information

Mileage: 28,276 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: expired 26th June 2024
Technical specs: 1.6-litre petrol inline four-cylinder petrol, five-speed automatic
Paperwork: owner's manual, V5C

The Detail

New battery and alternator fitted in 2025
Label on bonnet indicates timing belt changed within the last five years, though no invoice is available
Recent MOTs have only failed on easily replaceable items such as brake pads, CV joint gaiters, and track rod end gaiters, all of which have been replaced
Engine reportedly starts and runs but would benefit from a service including new spark plugs and an oil change
The vendor reports the 1.6-litre engine feels responsive
Steering wheel and column modified for handicapped use by a specialist company that still operates
Noticeable dent on the rear quarter panel
Paintwork lacquer peeling, particularly on the roof
No signs of rust reported by the vendor
Instruments work; radio can be temperamental
Cracked plastic on the gear shifter
Loose stitching at the seams on parts of the seats
Always kept on the driveway and used only for short distances during current ownership

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